BIBLE STUDY| MIRACLES OF JESUS SERIES.|THE FIFTH MIRACLE OF JESUS pt.2| JESUS WALKING ON WATER| CHIMDI OHAHUNA Scripture References Include: John 6:15–21 • Matthew 14:22–23 • Mark 6:44–52 • Isaiah 1:18 • Deuteronomy 13:19 • 1 John 5:3 • Psalm 23 • John 10:11–14 • Hebrews 13:20 In this latest episode of the GRACELIFECOMI Podcast, we explore the powerful moment when Jesus constrained His disciples to enter a ship—an act rich with spiritual insight and leadership wisdom. Anchored in John 6:15–21, Matthew 14:22–23, Mark 6:44–52, and supported by scriptures like Isaiah 1:18 and Psalm 23, this study reveals how Jesus used both necessity and authority to guide His disciples into divine encounter. Key Highlights from the Study: - Anakazo Leadership: Jesus didn’t merely invite—He compelled with purpose. The Greek term Anakazo means to necessitate and to compel. This dual approach is essential for leading hearts in today’s generation, where obedience often demands understanding. - Necessity Before Command: In a forgetful and skeptical age, commands without context feel burdensome. But when God calls us to reason with Him (Isaiah 1:18), His instructions become life-giving. Jesus modeled this by providing the ship—meeting a need before issuing a directive. - Balancing Force and Patience: True authority isn’t abusive. It applies pressure with compassion, and compels with clarity. Jesus showed that force, when rooted in necessity, becomes a tool for transformation not oppression. - Miracles Through Obedience: Had the disciples resisted the constraint, they would have missed the miracle of Jesus walking on water. Sometimes, the path to revelation begins with a push we didn’t expect but desperately needed. - God’s Will as an Invitation: Hebrews 13:20 and 1 John 5:3 remind us that God’s commands aren’t grievous, they are gateways to peace. Christ Jesus, the Good Shepherd (John 10:11–14), leads not by coercion but by showing us why His way is necessary. Tune in to discover how spiritual leadership, when guided by the Holy Spirit, can both compel and nurture. Also, learn how to lead like Christ Jesus by meeting needs, offering clarity, and guiding others into the miraculous. Sometimes, "the ship" is the miracle. And sometimes, being constrained is the beginning of seeing Jesus in a way we never imagined. Ready to listen? Let’s journey together. Stay updated on future episodes of this enriching series!. Any questions arising from this study can be submitted to chimdiohahunaministry@gmail.com. Check our bio to know how to give your love offerings to the ministry. Grace to you! Jesus is Lord